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LSU Reissues Jayden Daniels’ Jersey, Sparks NFL Jokes

8/18/2026

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LSU re-issued the jersey number that quarterback Jayden Daniels wore at the university, conflicting with a prior promise to cornerback DJ Pickett.
Daniels' representatives reacted, prompting jokes that spread across multiple sports teams, brands, and a Los Angeles Angels video featuring KISS frontman Paul Stanley.
Daniels has not taken a snap in his third NFL season.

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LSU re-issued the jersey number that quarterback Jayden Daniels wore at the university, conflicting with a prior promise to cornerback DJ Pickett.
Daniels' representatives reacted, prompting jokes that spread across multiple sports teams, brands, and a Los Angeles Angels video featuring KISS frontman Paul Stanley.
Daniels has not taken a snap in his third NFL season.